Software Engineer - Automated Trading Systems

Who you are

You have a solid background in software engineering with experience in building high-performance systems — your expertise in languages like Java, C++, and Python allows you to tackle complex challenges effectively. You understand the intricacies of automated trading systems and have a keen interest in financial markets, which drives your passion for developing robust software solutions. You thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with trading teams to innovate and enhance system capabilities. Your problem-solving skills are top-notch, enabling you to produce elegant solutions under pressure while maintaining a focus on performance and reliability.

Desirable

Experience with low-latency systems and real-time data processing is a plus — familiarity with financial instruments and trading strategies will help you excel in this role. You are comfortable with agile methodologies and have a proactive approach to learning new technologies and frameworks that can enhance your work.

What you'll do

As a Software Engineer at Optiver, you will play a crucial role in developing and maintaining the core trading systems that are vital to our operations. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including traders and other engineers, to design and implement features that improve system performance and reliability. Your responsibilities will include optimizing existing code, ensuring system stability during peak trading hours, and developing new functionalities that meet the evolving needs of the trading environment. You will also be involved in troubleshooting and resolving issues that arise in production, ensuring that our systems operate at peak efficiency.

You will contribute to the architectural decisions that shape our software landscape, ensuring that our systems are built on a solid foundation. Your work will directly impact the trading strategies employed by our teams, making your contributions essential to our success. You will have the opportunity to mentor junior engineers, sharing your knowledge and expertise to help them grow in their careers.

What we offer

At Optiver, we provide a dynamic work environment where innovation and collaboration are at the forefront of our culture. You will have access to cutting-edge technology and tools that empower you to excel in your role. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, including opportunities for professional development and growth within the company. Join us in our mission to enhance market stability through technology and be part of a team that values diversity and inclusion.